Tech Bytes: Beaver Tech Center iBand
See how Beaver Technology Center students are using iPods to create beautiful music.
View ArticleTech Bytes: Video Gaming Class
In this Tech Bytes segment, we look at the GISD's new video gaming classes.
View ArticleTech Bytes: Symbaloo
See how teachers in the GISD use Symbaloo in and out of the classroom.
View ArticleNGHS alumna fashions international fame
Dreams that began in front of a sewing machine at North Garland High School have now been stitched into reality for alumna Kim Pham. She?s being recognized as an up-and-coming fashion designer.
View ArticleFourth grader cares for local foster children
For Luna Elementary student Tucker Burgin, it?s never too early to start preparing for next school year. The fourth grader recently organized a backpack and school supply donation drive.
View ArticleSpotlight on the Arts 1306
The June 2013 edition of "Spotlight" features two 4-time All-State musicians. We visit with both Morgan Daniels from Sachse High School and Austin Nix from Rowlett High School. Each student performs...
View ArticleGarland ISD announces District Teachers of the Year
Already named the top educators at their campuses, Bladimer Palacios and Robert Quach now have new titles?Garland ISD?s Elementary and Secondary District Teachers of the Year.
View ArticleClass of 2013 graduates from Garland ISD
Crossing the graduation stage, nearly 4,000 Garland ISD seniors recently finished high school and started their futures. Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2013 were held June 6-8.
View ArticleBoard Notes: June 11, 2013
New principals were named at Austin Academy for Excellence and Lakeview Centennial High School. Trustees also approved the help of consultants in the district?s ongoing facilities assessment.
View ArticleGarland ISD students eligible for free meals throughout summer
School may be out for the summer, but that doesn?t mean Garland ISD campuses are shutting their doors. Several are offering free meals to district students.
View ArticleShorehaven ES wins Teacher of the Month two-peat
Shorehaven Elementary School teachers Heather Ray and Julie Grimes are the first two winners in Garland ISD?s new Teacher of the Month contest.
View ArticleThird National Merit Scholarship recipient named
Class of 2013 graduate Anna Williamson recently received one of the highest academic honors awarded to high school students. She was named a National Merit Scholarship recipient.
View ArticleGISD high schools named some of nation?s best
Three Garland ISD high schools have ranked in the top 10 percent of more than 21,000 evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. The publication recently released its 2013 Best High Schools Rankings.
View ArticleOpening nears for new Daugherty Elementary
As summer break continues, so does construction on Garland ISD?s new Daugherty Elementary School. The campus is scheduled to open its doors for the 2013-14 school year.
View ArticleDistrict seeks parent input
Garland ISD launched a short survey this spring, soliciting feedback from district parents. To date, the goal of 100-percent participation has not been reached.
View ArticleGarland ISD makes headlines across the country for AP class performance
Recognized for student achievement and college readiness, Garland ISD is one of six school districts spotlighted in a recent report released by the Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation.
View ArticleGHS alumna awarded scholarship to study abroad
Aspiring to work for the federal government, Garland ISD alumna Leanza Bethel recently received financial assistance to help work on her foreign affairs.
View ArticleGISD teacher named finalist for presidential award
Coyle Middle School?s Jim Manley was named one of eight finalists for the 2013 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
View ArticleExtreme makeover signals new season at Williams Stadium
Last March, the Board of Trustees voted to renovate Garland ISD?s flagship athletic venue. Updates include turf replacement, video board installation and resurfacing the track.
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